Human Relations
FacultyCarlota Ocampo, Associate Professor of Psychology (Program Chair) DescriptionThe Human Relations major offers students the opportunity to develop a scholarly perspective in the two major social science areas of psychology and sociology, as complementary ways of understanding human behavior and the social world. This interdisciplinary approach fosters greater intellectual sophistication by demonstrating how these disciplines, both separately and combined, interpret the world and endeavor to answer a wide range of questions concerning human behavior and group life. The Human Relations major embodies many of the primary goals of the Trinity curriculum by focusing on issues of gender, diversity, social justice, ethics, public policy, and technology. The Human Relations program is committed to experiential and service learning outside the classroom by promoting internships and practica in students’ areas of interest. The program also offers interdisciplinary connections to other academic programs designed for the wider Trinity community. Students of Human Relations encounter numerous opportunities to develop leadership skills and are prepared to continue in graduate school or careers in areas of education, social work, counseling, public policy, the non-profit sector, psychology, sociology, management, and other fields which require social interaction and analysis. The Human Relations program supports a major in both the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Professional Studies. A minor is not offered. Students who major in human relations may not minor in general psychology or sociology but may minor in forensic psychology or criminal justice. Major RequirementsRequired Courses (36 credits) ALL of the following courses: SOCY 100 Introduction to Sociology ONE of the following psychology courses: PSYC 211 Social Psychology ONE of the following sociology courses: SOCY 321 Inequality and Society TWO additional sociology courses at the 200-level or higher (students may substitute ONE HUMR course*) TWO additional psychology courses at the 200-level or higher (one course may be PSYC 490: Practicum; students may substitute ONE HUMR course*) ONE additional approved psychology, sociology, or human relations course (may be PSYC 490: Practicum) *Human Relations electives include HUMR 211: Introduction to Social Work, HUMR 212: Introduction to Counseling for the Helping Professions, HUMR 301: Seminar in Gender, HUMR 350: Multicultural Social Work (prerequisite HUMR 211), and BADM/HUMR 352: Managing a Diverse Workforce. Human Relations students with junior or senior status are eligible for PSYC 490: Practicum, and PSYC 491: Practicum II. Selected interdisciplinary, business, economics, philosophy, political science, and graduate courses in counseling MAY also be substituted for one of the required electives WITH permission of the student’s advisor and/or chair of the program (no more than one of these courses may be counted as part of the total of 12 required courses for the major). Senior Comprehensive Portfolio The senior assessment in Human Relations is not a comprehensive exam
but rather a Senior Comprehensive Portfolio Project which requires
students to document, reflect on and assess their own academic progress
and learning. Specific requirements and due dates (usually the end
of January) are distributed to seniors in the Fall semester of their
graduation year. In order to prepare the portfolio according to the
written instructions they will receive, students should keep copies
of all written course work, graded papers, and exams. While requirements
for the portfolio vary slightly from year to year, students are generally
required to assess four academic products: two psychology and two
sociology papers or other written work, ideally from both lower (100-200)
and upper (300-400) level courses in each discipline. Course Selection and Planning Students should obtain an Academic Plan which includes suggested sequencing for human relations courses from their advisors or the chair of the program. The suggested sequencing sheet lays out an overall plan for the correct sequencing and timely completion of courses in the major. It also includes information on prerequisites for major courses, such as the prerequisite of MATH 108 or 109 for MATH 110: Introduction to Statistics, which in turn is a prerequisite for SOCY 311 (or PSYC 301): Research Methods, which in turn is a prerequisite for HUMR 499: Senior Seminar. Program PoliciesAdvanced Placement: CLEP Policy: Grades in Major Courses: Pass/No Pass: Senior Assessment: TELL Policy: Transfer Credits: Course DescriptionsHUMR 211 Introduction to Social WorkIntroduces the profession of social work and the wide range of factors that influence generalist social work practice. Surveys the historical development of pro-social policy and practices of the profession, with particular focus on issues of social justice. Methods, fields of practice, knowledge and skills fundamental to social work are presented throughout. Discussion will also include current issues confronting the profession, volunteer and para-professional experiences, and guest speakers. Formerly HRE 200. 3 credits HUMR 212 Introduction to Counseling for the Helping Professions Approaches the concept of gender from the standpoints of psychology and sociology. Specifically, the topics of socialization, language and communication, sexuality and the media, and work and the family will be addressed in an interdisciplinary fashion. Emphasis will be placed on synthesis and integration, while applying course material to real-world events. Note: This may count as a PSYC, SOCY, or HUMR course. Formerly HRE 301. 3 credits FLC Seminar II HUMR 311 Research Methods for Human Relations HUMR 350 Multicultural Social Work HUMR/BADM 352 Managing a Diverse Workforce Explores contemporary sociological and psychological concepts through new research and theory in the disciplines as a capstone course for the major. Students will contribute to class discussion through written work and oral presentations. Formerly HRE 460. 3 credits Prerequisites: Senior status AND MATH 110 (grade C or better) AND a combination of several courses in both Sociology and Psychology, e.g. 3 or more courses in both Sociology and Psychology. In addition SOCY 311 or PSYC 301 must be taken prior to (recommended) or concurrently with this course. NOTE: Descriptions for courses listed as PSYC and SOCY appear in the psychology and sociology sections of this catalog. |
